Bursar

The Opportunity

Downe House Muscat and Cheltenham Muscat seek to appoint an experienced and outstanding individual to the position of Bursar.

This is an excellent opportunity to join Oman’s finest international schools to open in partnership with two of the UK’s finest private schools, Downe House and Cheltenham College. 

The successful candidate will be able to make a significant contribution to Oman’s fastest growing schools and you will join at an exciting time of their development as they continue to expand.

You will be responsible for the leadership and management of many of the non-academic areas of the school including Compliance, Finance, HR Procurement, Operations, Site & Maintenance, Catering and IT (in liaison with the Director of Innovation & Learning) across both schools. 

The responsibilities of the role are interesting and varied and you will be a member of the executive leadership team. 

The Schools

Downe House Muscat opened in September 2022 on an outstanding state-of-the-art campus, where pupils and teachers benefit from first-class facilities for both academic and extra-curricular learning. The school teaches the Cambridge International Curriculum before pupils progress to IGCSEs, A Levels and the General Education Diploma (GED).

Cheltenham Muscat opened in September 2021 on an outstanding state-of-the-art campus, where pupils and teachers benefit from first-class facilities for both academic and extra-curricular learning. Our partnership with Cheltenham College UK, who have been educating pupils both from the UK and abroad for over 180 years is genuine. The school delivers the EYFS curriculum and Cambridge International Curriculum before pupils progress to IGCSEs, A Levels and the General Education Diploma (GED). 

The Person

The successful candidate will be someone who:   

·       has gravitas as a school leader;

·       is committed to the pursuit of excellence;

·       is motivated and enthusiastic about about finance and operations in a school setting;

·       is able to build outstanding relationships with pupils, staff and parents;

·       is dedicated and hardworking;

·       is committed to personal development and improvement;

·       will promote the school in the wider community;

·       will work co-operatively and supportively with all members of the team; and     

·       has a growth mindset and a positive, flexible attitude.

Terms of Appointment

The post attracts a competitive tax-free salary.

The package is appropriate for the experience, skills and personal circumstances of the successful candidate and will include:   

·       A competitive, annual tax-free salary inclusive of accommodation and other allowances.  

·       An end of service payment.   

·       A start and end of contract flights for self.   

·       An annual return flight allowance for self.   

·       Tuition fee concession at Downe House Muscat of Cheltenham Muscat (as applicable).   

·       Medical insurance for self.  

·       Visa costs.